Recently, in the Pacific Ocean, scientists discovered the world’s largest coral. So big it can be seen from space. It shows, says WCS’s Emily Darling, that there are still environmental conditions where corals can survive and thrive, even potentially through the accelerating impacts of climate change Previously, scientists thought there was only one way for corals to make it through—by being located in rare ocean ‘cool spots’ and avoiding the impacts of warming entirely. But new research from WCS tells us that there are at least three distinct types of coral reefs that are defying the odds of #climatechange, and they are each showing signs of resilience in a variety of remarkable ways. As we find and protect these climate resilient coral reefs, we can create a global network of them. A globally connected network can allow reefs to recover faster from climate disturbances and share genetic adaptations that may be critical for future resilience.. Pictured: 1️⃣ An Avoidance Reef, which has been able to avoid the impacts of hot water thanks to being located in a rare underwater ‘cool spot’. 2️⃣ A Recovery Reef that has experienced bleaching but recovered remarkably fast. 3️⃣ A Resistance Reef that’s evolved adaptations that allow it to take hot water events in stride and defy bleaching and other impacts. Learn more about our approach at www.wcs.org/coral and datamermaid.org.
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We Stand For Wildlife and Wild Places
About us
WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run programs spanning more than 3 million biologically critical square miles in nearly 60 countries and all the world's oceans. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our nearly 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.
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- Non-profit Organization Management
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
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- Bronx, New York
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- Nonprofit
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- 1895
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- wildlife, biology, zoos , biodiversity, conservation, public policy, AZA Accredited, aminals, aquarium, cultural institution, non-profit, international, species, diversity, and advocacy
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We welcome the new scientific opinion ‘One Health Governance in the European Union’ by the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors. It offers key recommendations for the effective implementation of a #OneHealth approach in the EU, says WCS’s Susan Lieberman. We are pleased to see the opinion’s reference to the ‘Manhattan Principles,’ which highlights WCS's long-standing commitment to a holistic systems-based approach to health and preventing zoonotic disease emergence. Also, said WCS’s Christian Walzer, “the protection of ecological integrity to benefit humans, their domesticated animals, and the foundational biodiversity that supports life on Earth.” Read more: https://bit.ly/3YVtaUp #OneHealth #EU #covid19 #pandemics #pandemicprevention
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"We foster a space where youth not only appreciate nature and wildlife but also commit to protecting it through the lens of their unique experiences." For #HispanicHeritageMonth, Laura Velázquez writes about how her upbringing led her to help launch the Youth Environmental Advocate Program at WCS's Queens Zoo. More: https://lnkd.in/emuZm7zr #education #youthactivism #environmentalists #environment #teaching
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At #COP29, WCS’s Carlos Rittl led a side event on making nature and climate synergies a reality across the Rio Conventions (on biodiversity, climate change, desertification). It’s vital we align climate and biodiversity goals to preserve ecological integrity and ensure the resilience of natural systems.
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This week, at the 2024 Future Fabrics Expo in New York, WCS Argentina and Wildlife Friendly are showcasing a vision to transform the textile industry into a restorative force for ecosystems. We can produce high-quality natural fibers that benefit both producers and the environment. Learn how it’s happening in Patagonia: https://lnkd.in/e3S6CBJR #FutureFabricsExpo #sustainability #wildlifefriendly
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The Amazon is not just Brazil's to protect, writes Dr. Carlos A. Nobre for Context Newsroom. “This week, a good outcome of the #G20 would see the world’s largest economies mobilizing public finance together to reach zero deforestation and degradation.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/d3cqUGcM
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“Conservation is everyone’s business,” says WCS’s Keeti Eyo.
Hi there! I’m Keeti Ibanga and I major in Forestry and Wildlife Resource Management It’s Cocoa season and I’m beyond excited to share a few things with you🤭 Working with Wildlife Conservation Society has diversified me to other fields of conservation, today I’ll focus on my unit, Sustainable/Alternative Livelihoods One thing I’ve observed over the period of working closely in rural/sub-urban communities is that, when beneficiaries are happy, they’d show it by taking you to see their progress. Considering the Value of Cocoa in the market world, one will say, in what way does Cocoa encourage conservation. I agree that there are a couple of challenges; Deforestation and Habitat Loss, Human-Wildlife Conflict, Soil Degradation and Unsustainable Farming Practices, Economic Pressures on Farmers, Illegal Activities, etc…. Now this is where WCS comes in, we get very involved with the communities that borders with the Protected Areas by; Community Engagement and Education, Trainings on Agroforestry and Agricultural practices, Support community members with NTFPs (Cocoa, Bushmango, Farm Supplies, etc.) I know you’ll be saying, what’s the essence of this post? Oh well! It’s Agricultural Practices! Thanks to our trainings we have a lot of wonderful success stories and this is one of them. This farm where I stand is from one of our beneficiaries who was so excited to show me how well he was impacted and the progress he has made. I was overwhelmed with joy seeing and knowing that our little efforts can create such large impact. So to you, Conservation may be nothing, but it’s a whole lot. Next time, I’ll take my time to tell us why Conservation is everyone’s business.
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Wonderful to listen to Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development of Madagascar Max Andonirina Fontaine relate plans to expand private sector investment in REDD+ in Madagascar. Wildlife Conservation Society is proud to support Madagascar in welcoming a $16M commitment from Rio Tinto to strengthen the Makira Natural Park REDD+ Project and forest conservation efforts in Madagascar. WCS Madagascar Everland Theresia Ott Lovy Rasolofomanana Pamela B. Joshua Tosteson
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Makira Natural Park is one of the largest remaining rainforests in Madagascar. It's critical to the protection of species found nowhere else in the world. Announced today, Rio Tinto has committed $16 million to the Makira Natural Park REDD+ Project, through a new partnership with Everland and WCS. The commitment will allow the project to scale up and improve protected area management with funds directly benefiting the rural communities living in and around the park. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eRVWzFnz
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😱 Spooked by its own reflection. This is an artificial watering hole in the Guatemalan jungle. As #climate-induced droughts intensify, these have been placed to provide critical relief to wildlife like this young puma. H/T Rony García Anleu CONAP Fundación para el Ecodesarrollo y la Conservación -FUNDAECO- CECON USAC